The full list of nominations for the British Academy Video Game Awards has been revealed, and its good news for Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Ninja Theory's gorgeous action-adventure that deals with the complex issue of mental health is up for nine…
The full list of nominations for the British Academy Video Game Awards has been revealed, and its good news for Hellblade: Senua’s Sacrifice. Ninja Theory’s gorgeous action-adventure that deals with the complex issue of mental health is up for nine awards, including the coveted title of Best Game.
Hellblade made it onto our (soon to be updated) list of Best PC games you should be playing thanks to its blend of looks, atmosphere, and the sensitive way it deals with a difficult subject matter. As well as Best Game, it’s also been nominated for awards in the Artistic Achievement, Audio Achievement, British Game, Game Beyond Entertainment, Game Innovation, Music, and Narrative categories.
The title with the second-highest number of nominations is PlayStation 4-exclusive Horizon: Zero Dawn. One of the best games available on Sony’s console, Zero Dawn has eight nominations and is also a contender for the Best Game award.
Following this is What Remains of Edith Finch—another game that made it onto our must-play list. Edith Finch’s narrative-driven gameplay and compelling story made it a surprise hit last year, earning it seven BAFTA nominations.
It’s a tie for the game with the fourth-highest number of awards: both The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and puzzler Gorogoa have five.
It isn’t a surprise to see Hellblade appear in the new Game Beyond Entertainment category. This recognizes titles that “deliver a transformational experience beyond pure entertainment.” Life is Strange: Before the Storm, Night in the Woods, and Bury Me, My Love are some of the other games nominated for this award.
Best Game is, of course, the award everyone wants to win. While it faces some tough competition, it’s hard to imagine anything other than Zelda: Breath of the Wild walking away with the night’s top prize.
The BAFTA video game awards take place 12th April in London.
Here is the full list of nominations:
Artistic Achievement
Audio Achievement
Best Game
British Game
Debut Game
Evolving Game
Family
Game Beyond Entertainment
Game Design
Game Innovation
Mobile Game
Multiplayer
Music
Narrative
Original Property
Performer
